The Laptop Lifestyle Podcast

A lot has changed over the last seven months, both in my personal life and for the state of the business! And the biggest question I've been getting is: What's next? In this episode I'm sharing the options I've considered moving forward, and filling you in on what the near future looks like. Chances are it's not what you think! In this episode, we cover… Why I'm letting go of decisions I made prior to my sabbatical Making decisions without financial pressure Why my previous business direction felt unaligned Options I've considered for my business moving forward My current decision for what's next Showing up as a work in progress and an authority   Quotes "I'm no longer willing to do whatever it takes. I'm no longer willing to sacrifice a lot of different things or to let the pressure be the determining factor to check off those milestones or influence me to race to the finish line."   "I'm excited to let you get to know the new/maybe more real, me as I get to know that version as well."   "We're always in progress." Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Episode 140 - I'm Taking a Sabbatical: Why I've Decided to Take an Extended Break & How I'm Making It Happen Amanda Kolbye's Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel  

I'm back!! It's been about seven months since we've released a new episode, so there is a lot to catch up on. In this first episode back from my sabbatical, I'm giving an inside look at what went down in my life during the months away, including an overview of my transformative healing journey and why I'm grateful my life crumbled when it did. Consider this the start of a new era, both for me personally, and the business! In this episode, we cover… The backstory of why I took a sabbatical How things got worse before it got better My experience with ketamine therapy and a healing retreat Our decision to settle down in Spain How this period has transformed my life   Quotes “Entrepreneurship is like the biggest personal development journey you'll ever go on, whether you intended to or not, because it's going to bring up the shit. It's going to bring up the skeletons in the closet. It's going to make you face all your fears, and just expand constantly."   "You finally have a chance to explore yourself without being tied to a specific outcome."    “This has been the biggest awakening journey of my entire life. I am a different person to my core, to every cellular level, and I've had a lot of changes, shifts, evolutions in life - nothing, nothing like this.”   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Episode 140 - I'm Taking a Sabbatical: Why I've Decided to Take an Extended Break & How I'm Making It Happen Amanda Kolbye's Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel    

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   Many of you in my audience have been expressing feeling stuck in one way or another. All of us in this entrepreneur online space have also been experiencing many changes within the industry. Even if it's not that, this is a natural season of entrepreneurship, and sometimes it's a day, sometimes it's a week, sometimes it's months.     In this episode, we will talk about what it means to be stuck, what's happening with us in those times, and why and how many of us end up stuck. There are many different ways, so one of them will relate to you. And then lastly, we're going to talk about how to move out of being stuck. So if you're someone who's feeling pretty stuck in your business or just in one area of your business, you need to hear this episode.   In this episode, we cover… • What does it mean to feel stuck • Letting go of situations, we have no control over • Setting up your business for growth • How overwhelm and burnout play into feeling stuck • Recognizing underlying contradictory beliefs • Navigating this stuckness    "Sometimes, this is just a label for a period where not much is happening. It doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong or you're not capable of doing what you could do before."   "Many of us tend to freak out and feel like, " Oh my gosh, okay, I don't have the same momentum or sales as I was before, you know, so I must be stuck. And that almost creates the reality that didn't exist for you."   "The definition of stagnation is continuing to do the same things. And being very hesitant to change and essentially adapt as you go right."   "Comparison makes you feel stuck. It doesn't mean you are stuck."    "The mentality of being stuck is almost always what is fueling 99% of your stuckness. Right?"   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel  

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   *Listen to the original Episode 113 - Part 2 once you finish this episode!*   This episode is on what to do if you feel like your success is a fluke, and there is a lot to this conversation! Because this episode is a long one, we've broken it into two separate episodes to make it easier for you to take in. This is Part 1, so make sure to tune into Part 2 when you are finished listening.   We are diving into the feeling that your success is a fluke - something that so many entrepreneurs feel at some point in their journey. I go deep into why this thought might be occurring for you, as well as addressing how you can start to shift away from this mentality by understanding the origins and taking action to change your mindset. I'm sharing the ways that your beliefs and perspectives, your brain, and even your business structure can play into you questioning your own success, and give you the tools you need to start believing in yourself and your business for good.    In this episode, we cover… • What it means to feel like your success is a fluke • Six possible factors that contribute to this mentality (imposter syndrome, perfectionism, arguing for your limitations, safety/fear of success, low self-image, low self-worth) • How your beliefs impact how you view your successes • Shifting your perspective to focus more on where you want to go   Quotes “What would have to happen for you to believe that you can keep doing your success? ‘Believe' is the keyword there. What proof do you need? How do you need to feel? What would have to happen for you to believe that you are contributing to the success and can keep doing it?”   "You cannot listen to and you cannot believe everything you think.”   "Ultimately, your success was always up to you. Your results were always up to you… You are the one that showed up every f***ing day. You are the one that pushed through in those hard times. You are the one that came up with those creative ideas."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   With today's guest, Enneagram expert Sarah Wallace, we are diving into all things Enneagram and entrepreneurship. There are so many ways you can use the self-awareness that comes with knowing and understanding your own Enneagram type to improve the way you run your businesses - from learning how to best manage stress, to finding a sales routine that works for your personality, and helping team communication and productivity. The Enneagram is more than a trendy personality test, and in this episode we are exploring how this tool can be applied to make a real difference for you as a leader and business owner.   Sarah Wallace is a Certified Enneagram Coach, host of the Enneagram MBA podcast, speaker, and workshop facilitator. With over 15 years in relationship building roles working with government agencies and companies like the US EPA, Federal Reserve Bank, John Deere, and adidas Outdoor, now small business owners, corporations, and event organizers work with Sarah to help them use the Enneagram to develop confident, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent leaders with powerful, productive, and happy teams   In this episode, we cover… Designing your business with your Enneagram type in mind The parts of the Enneagram you should pay attention to (besides just your type) Improving communication and leadership by understanding your's and your team members' Enneagram types How your type may influence your decision making Leaning on your strengths to approach sales Using the Enneagram as a tool for hiring and managing your team   Quotes "There's so much great advice, it's just not every piece of advice is great for you. And so it really helps you get clear on what you need to focus on."   "Understanding your strengths, and also what you enjoy, and then applying it to 'Okay, how do I come across on a sales call?'"   "Growth is going to look different, and the Enneagram kind of shows us what growth looks like for different personalities."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Sarah's Links: Sarah's Website Sarah's Instagram Sarah's YouTube Channel Sarah's Overview For The 9 Types   Other Links Mentioned: Enneagram Test

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   Successful high-ticket launches and booked-out services with waitlists are not luck or a fluke. A lot of things come into play when entrepreneurs see success in their business and sales. There are skills and strategies involved, and one of these highly effective strategies is psychology around sales and buyer types. Implementing marketing strategies that speak to all buyer types has been proven to benefit sales in your business.    Today's guest Natasha Zoryk is a business mentor who has scaled her business to achieve massive growth, reaching $200k + launches (without even posting on her IG Grid). Natasha has mastered the tactics of sales psychology and buyer types. In this episode, Natasha breaks down the different buyer types and explains the psychology of selling to each type effectively.    In this episode, we cover… • The four different buyer types • Where most people get stuck in the sales process • How to implement sales psychology  • Creating content to target each buyer type • How to sell high-ticket without posting every day   "A lot of people say, sell the way you would buy. I couldn't agree less with that. Because no, that's the issue, you sell the way you think people will buy, but you don't know them. The best thing about sales psych is its customization to the person. It's not about you; it's about them." "You have to be consistent in the beginning but test things out. Don't let anyone ever tell you, you have to do something and believe there is only one way. There are 1,000,001 ways to scale and be successful. I'm living proof, and you're living proof." Connect with Natasha Zoryk Instagram www.natashazoryk.com   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   There are many go-to people in every nook and cranny of a specific type of market; there is probably at least one 'go-to' person that comes to mind in the niche or industry that is relevant to you. Today we're going to be talking about a whole different way of standing out and how to position yourself and position your business as a high-level, high-ticket, go-to brand in your industry.    In this episode, I will discuss a bunch of different strategies that, when combined, will impress people at every stage and build that unwavering 'go-to person' brand reputation.   In this episode, we cover… • Highlighting your authority & positioning yourself  • What a stand out factor is  • What makes a person a go-to person • Character traits to embody  • Personal brand & likeability  • Building a high-quality reputation    "There are many go-to people. Not everyone is a go-to person, right? There are many go-to people in every nook and cranny of a certain type of market that you have positioned yourself into and dominated. Still, I'm never going to compare a high-level luxury vibe designer to a designer that's known for like her playful template shop. And that's the corner of the market that she dominated. They can both be the go-to, but you have to decide intentionally how you're going to position yourself within the designer market, and then go and dominate that."   "No one is the go-to person that sits on the sidelines, and that sits on the bench, and that doesn't play, and that doesn't show up, right? The go-to person is visible. Everyone knows who they are. They're known for both their skill set and their execution in just this unmatched way that makes them, even when the competition knows about them.”   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   Building a business is a lot of work, especially in the beginning 'solopreneur' stage. We often have a lot on our plate, and we tend to put consistent pressure on ourselves. Experiencing burnout, overwhelm, and chronic stress is all too familiar in the entrepreneurial space; however, understanding what you're experiencing, how it's affecting you, and your limits are crucial for preventing the physical and mental effects of long-term stress. In this episode, we are diving into all things around burnout and chronic stress as an entrepreneur with Dr. Amanda Chay.   Dr. Amanda Chay is a Naturopathic Physician, store owner, and business consultant for wellness professionals. Running a busy clinic, online education platform, and brick & mortar store, she realized the most common cause of hormone imbalance and chronic disease was chronic stress. Her background as both a doctor and owner/founder of multiple corporations has made her an expert in optimizing wellness and peak performance in body, mind, and business.   In this episode, we cover… Chronic stress: What it means and how to identify it Recognizing the signs of burnout The difference between chronic stress and burnout The connection between cortisol and inflammation Actionable steps for recovery from burnout Setting and defining boundaries for preventing overwhelm and stress   "When you're in that chronic fight or flight mode, like you have so much on your plate, you were late for the bus, or you got in a fight with your spouse, whatever it is, all these little things, our bodies start increasing cortisol. So you're always in this kind of high cortisol state. And that's when people tend to feel more anxious and overwhelmed, tired, but wired."   "burnout is so hard to define because it's not actually like a medical condition. I think of it as typically, like low crash cortisol."   "I think as entrepreneurs, we're always in the thinking, growing, expanding kind of phase in our mind. It's like, oh, what's next? What other cool things could I do? It's hard, I think, for entrepreneurs to be in the moment of being like, look at what I have and what's here. I think we're always kind of chasing the next thing. And that makes it hard just to calm down and be in the moment."   Connect with Dr. Amanda Chay: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/achilleaandcobc/ Website: https://achilleaandco.com   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years! This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!   Welcome to the first little reveal of my new brand. If you're listening to this episode in real-time - over the next few weeks, you'll be seeing my current company grow and expand. The motto of my new brand is 'made for more,' and my word of the year for 2022 is 'bigger.' I'm paralleling together this idea of deep knowing and craving more. I know every one of you has had a tipping point where you realized that you were 'made for more, and that is probably what led you to begin this entrepreneurial journey.   In this episode, I break down my ideas and theory behind the three puzzle pieces to achieve your 'made for more' life. I dive into my journey a little bit and share how I used these concepts to achieve the life I live today.    In this episode, we cover… • Made it VS Made for more • Limits - Is it possible? • Going against the societal norms  • Your desires are your truths • Chasing after your calling    "I know that if I were to do a raise of hands, every single one of you would be like, how the hell did I even get sucked into this weird entrepreneur, space, and world? Like, how did I get here, there was a moment in time where you realized you were made for more, and it started at all, for every single one of us"   "I knew I was made for more, and I refuse to believe that what I had was it. I knew I had to jump in to see what was possible, to see what I was made of. I wanted to push the boundaries, push these edges to see what was more."   “I want you to ask yourself, Where have I set limits for what's possible in my life? What do I believe? As of right now, in this moment, don't correct yourself but ask yourself, what do I believe as of right now is not possible for me?”   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years. This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!     I am the first one to admit I overcomplicate almost everything in my life down to small details surrounding my day to day. So why do we overcomplicate things and why do we try to justify those complications instead of working on our thought patterns and well-being? Well, in this episode we jump into fine print questions, solutions, and everything in between! We can give ourselves a million excuses of why we do and think the way we do, but the simplest answer is we have to STOP making excuses and start actually doing the hard tasks of working on simplifying the simple details in our life.    In this episode, we cover… A few ways we overthink small things Why we believe complicated is better than simple How chaos in our childhood may impact how we overcomplicate things Why getting your thoughts down on paper can help Questions to ask yourself to make sure you aren't overcomplicating your decisions   “Society has trained us to overcomplicate things by essentially working longer hours or always doing the most.”    “If there is a simple solution, it may not turn out or have all the factors the exact way that we want it.”   “If you grew up in a chaotic environment for many many years, there's a chance that your nervous system may feel more comfortable in that chaotic environment.”     Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.      Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This is a replay of a top downloaded and raved-about favorite episode from the past few years. This episode was chosen very intentionally as an episode that I know everyone needs to hear right now whether for the first or second time, so tune in and enjoy!     Do you have what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur? The short answer is YES. The long answer is that you need to understand the habits and traits of success and make them part of who you are and how you operate to achieve your version of success.    In this episode, I am giving you the top 11 habits and traits that every successful entrepreneur has, what makes them necessary for success, and why you are 1,000% capable of making these a part of your own journey toward success. I'm also deep-diving into how we can start looking at success as a state of being, the importance of pushing ourselves out of our comfort zone, and which habits of success make some people rise quickly and others get stuck.   In this episode, we cover… • Why success is not the end goal • Finding the patterns of success versus failure in entrepreneurs • Being willing to do the things that others are not • Why the path to success is not a sexy one • What discipline, endurance, confidence, and failure have in common   “What makes people successful is, in essence, pushing the boundaries of what you're capable of, what you believe, and what you're comfortable with. Embracing failure again and again and again with excitement. To just be better ... and shifting the perspective of looking at success as a milestone and instead, looking at it as a trait, a state of being that you want to embody and become.” - Amanda Kolbye   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000546768010   Summary Normal goal setting focuses on reverse engineering actions to get yourself to the idealistic goal - but this process often fails to actually get you the results you want. Because it's not just about doing what actions are needed, we have to consider what we are currently doing in order to create a plan that will actually work. To do so, I suggest doing a "Get Your Sh*t Together" audit, which I explain in this mini moment!   Our Favorite Quotes "We assume that we can simply do or add on whatever actions are needed in order to get to the goal, whatever that is. But what we don't actually consider is that you are currently in a cycle. You are currently in motion. You're not just sitting still at a blank slate starting new... That's the part we don't consider when we're planning."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

It is no exaggeration to say that an era is ending in my business, and in this episode I'm spilling the tea on the massive changes that will be happening in the new year. I am completely pivoting the direction of my business, including restructuring my role and shutting down beloved programs. Tune in for a huge announcement!     In this episode, we cover… How to know when it's time for a massive pivot Why I'm changing my business model Taking risks as a normal part of entrepreneurship 5 reflections on how I made my decision to pivot A huge announcement on one of my biggest programs   Quotes "I'm faced with the fork in the road. And if I know that what's in front of me is for sure not it, then In my mind, I have no other option but to leap directly into the unknown and do anything other than what I'm currently doing because I already know that's for sure not it."   "You might as well pick a new direction and get started exploring what's next. rather than wishing and hoping and being a little bit delusional, that what you have is safety and that you can kind of think and strategize your way to figuring out what's next."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000539605087   Summary If resting isn't something that comes easy to you, it might be time to redefine what rest actually means. There are many types of rest, from exercising and socializing to shifting your values and doing things you enjoy outside of work. And of course, there's sleep! In this Mini Moment we are digging into the different types of rest to help you see how rest can actually be productive for you and your business.   Our Favorite Quotes "I did not value rest. I didn't see it as a money-making activity.... No matter how many times people told me that rest was important and that it would help me do better in my business - because I didn't value it, I never chose it."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

I never thought I'd be saying this, but I am taking a sabbatical! And in this episode, I'm sharing all the behind-the-scene details of that decision and the logistics to make it happen. I'm getting into everything from why I need an extended break to what the goals of time away are for me, and a sneak peek of what is to come when I return (hint, things are going to be A LOT different). This sabbatical will definitely be a leraning experience for me, and I'm happy to share the journey with you all in case it is something you may consider now or in the future!   In this episode, we cover… The lack of resources out there for taking a sabbatical as an entrepreneur Mindset shifts needed when you decide to take a break 5 steps to consider logistics in extended time away from the business A preview of what will be changing for the business upon my return The role of life and mental health in my decision to take a sabbatical now   Quotes "I've really had to kind of figure this out on my own, and if I'm being 100 percent honest, I'm taking an experimental approach here, which, yes, if you're wondering, is fucking terrifying"   "If you make it happen, it is a very rare, intentional, and undivided time to have for yourself. To have no other responsibilities, to reflect, to focus on whatever it is that you are needing to focus on."   "You're a human being before you're a CEO... Remember this isn't a game. This isn't an Instagram feed. This is also your literal life. You are the only one that has to wake up every day. And so you better make sure you're fucking happy. You better make sure you fucking like yourself and what you're doing. And that you're living life."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000594558947   Summary Want to put yourself out there and get more visible? This Mini Moment with PR expert Lisa Simone Richards will help you do just that. Lisa is sharing the ABCs of visibility, explaining that you'll need to be clear on whether your purpose of pursuing PR opportunities is to gain awareness, buzz, or credibility. Plus, she spills the tea on how you can get featured by being timely and newsworthy.   Our Favorite Quotes "It comes down to are you looking to build awareness, buzz, or credibility?"   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Have you ever considered writing a book to help you stand out as an authority in your industry? You are not alone! This week, I'm joined by best selling author of the book "On Good Authority" to discuss all things writing, publishing, and authority-building. Anna is sharing the industry secrets behind publishing a book that will truly increase your credibility and help you stand out as an expert in what you do.    Anna David is the New York Times bestselling author of eight books and the founder and CEO of Legacy Launch Pad Publishing. She's been published in the New York Times, Time, LA Times, Vanity Fair, Playboy, Vice, Cosmo, The Huffington Post, Buzzfeed and Salon, among many others, written about in Forbes, Martha Stewart Living, Entrepreneur, Allure and Women's Health and has appeared repeatedly on Today, The Talk, Good Morning America and numerous other programs. A featured speaker at three different TedX events and the book critic for KATU TV/Portland, Anna hosts the On Good Authority podcast, which has featured interviews with authors such as Robert Greene and Chris Voss. Her first book, Party Girl, is in development as a film tentatively scheduled to be shot in 2023. She lives in Hollywood, California with her boyfriend, filmmaker Jim Agnew, their newborn son Benjamin and their cranky-looking cat Bernie. In this episode, we cover… Why building authority with a book is a better goal than making a lot of money directly The importance of choosing a book topic that is right for you and your audience The realities of traditional publishing (and why it's not always a viable path) How a published book can help sell your services Why you should consider working with a professional writer Strategies to launch your book and keep it selling   Quotes "I ended up realizing that though my books made me almost no money, even the one that was the New York Times bestseller, they gave me great authority." "Without organization, without knowledge of how it's done, people can just write themselves into a hole and they'll have a thousand pages that don't make sense or they'll have gone off in this direction or that direction. Book writing is one of these bizarre things because we've all read books and so people and everyone can talk and so they think, well, I'm a really good talker so I would be able to do this and it's just an entirely different skill"   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Anna's Website Anna's Instagram Anna's LinkedIn Anna's Book Launch Blueprint

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000611264732   Summary Having knowledge is one thing - actually taking action on that knowledge is a whole other thing, and what's actually going to move you foward. Often times, we conflate knowledge with action, which leads to us ignoring what we already know and continuously searching for "the answer," even thought what we really need is to take action. In this mini moment I'll help you see how you might be holding yourself back by seeking knowledge instead of taking action, and how it all comes down to your decisions.   Our Favorite Quotes "Too often we end up rolling our eyes at certian things simply because we know them or have heard them before, and thus we almost discredit them and keep searching for the answer elsewhere. We're conflating knowledge with action."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000622229674   Summary If you're anything like me, there's a good chance you've pushed through when it might have been a better choice to take some time off. In this mini moment, I'm shining a light on the reality that even if it might not feel like it, you have a lot more control than you think and taking time off when needed is almost always an option. All you have to do is decide. Most of us didn't leave corporate to be stuck with the same expectations that you can't take any time off even when you genuinely need it, so give yourself the permission to take time off when you need it - and if you don't, know it is a choice!   Our Favorite Quotes "You have more control than you think."   "When push comes to shove, you're capable of more than you think, and there are always more options than you think there are."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Sign up to listen to the private podcast series here: https://laptoplifestyleco.com/business-remodel-blueprint   There's no new episode of Made for More this week, but instead I'm releasing a 3-part secret podcast series, Business Remodel Blueprint, that will help you reimagine your vision, refocus your efforts, & remodel your business to be aligned, profitable and sustainable.   If you've got your sights set on scaling or remodeling your business in 2024, join The Gameplan, my signature scaling program, which opens for enrollment on November 14!   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000617507559   Summary When it comes to scaling it's important to understand how your business works to make the best decisions your your unique goals. In this mini moment, I'm breaking down the distinction between growing versus scaling in your business, and why understanding what you actually want matters. We're also looking at your business as a machine, and getting into how each piece of your business is interconnected. You'll also learn why small decisions become more and more impactful as your business expands.   Our Favorite Quotes "I want you to start to think about and focus on building a business machine, and understanding how the parts of your business area all connected and understanding how to course correct to set you up for anything."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Instagram Post The Gameplan

Feeling like what you're currently doing is no longer working for you and desiring something completely different? I have good news for you - you don't have to burn it all to the ground to achieve the kind of change you want in your business. In this episode, we are talking about how the same framework that can help you scale your business can also serve as a point of reflection to completely shake things up and transform your business into something that is aligned, profitable, and sustainable.   In this episode, we cover… Why methods of scaling your business can also help you change things up The difference between wanting "more" and wanting "different" Determining if your business is aligned, profitable, and sustainable The 3 steps to assessing your business The importance of asking yourself "why?" Examples of how you can get creative in how you run your business   Quotes "Most people don't just want more. They want different. So don't conflate more with different."   "I find a lot of people don't actually know what they want, and that's why you're so lost. That's why things aren't working. Because you are unwilling to slow down for a hot second and are stuck in this desperation loop of more money, more money, more money."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: The Gameplan Business Remodel Blueprint private podcast

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000565336007   Summary Find yourself feeling stuck more than you'd like to? If so, there are quite a few reasons this might be happening. In this mini moment, I'm explaining why so many entrepreneurs end up feeling stuck. From your desires being bigger than you can handle to being disconnected from yourself, understanding why you are feeling stuck can help you evaluate what to do next to get things moving the way you want!   Our Favorite Quotes "Your business grows to the level of the problems you can handle. You're feeling stuck because you want all these things to grow and to happen. But either you or your business are not set up or prepared for that growth."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

We talk a lot about scaling your business, and today you're getting a behind-the-scenes look at how The Gameplan alum Anita Dykstra has scaled her business as a lifestyle-focused lead gen expert. While some business owners may see successful scaling as leading a huge team with a bunch of offers, Anita's scaling journey show us that in many cases, simplicity is actually better. Anita is leading a team of two, has streamlined her offer suite, and was able to take a whole month off earlier this year while her business kept running without her!      Anita is a world-renowned travel blogger who has written and been featured in publications such as Lonely Planet, The Huffington Post, Skyscanner and more! She's used her blog content to work with some of the biggest brands and tourism boards around the world. Now she's using those same evergreen content strategies to bring automated traffic, leads and sales into her own coaching business. Since 2019 Anita's been helping coaches, course creators and service providers skyrocket their reach and visibility, drive thousands of new eyeballs to their websites, automate lead generation and bring passive sales by creating optimized evergreen content.     In this episode, we cover… Why Anita decided to create a course-based business to support her lifestyle How she tests different strategies and offers The difference that tracking and analyzing data has made in Anita's business How The Gameplan helped Anita overcome a plateau Hiring a team ideal for your specific business goals Why Anita lives by the motto "Done over perfect," and how this mindset has contributed to her success   Quotes "So the project management system was huge. I built out our entire workflows, how everything, goes together - a really good plan around that... that really allowed me to reach that next level, and have everything organized in one way and helped me actually know, all right, what are the actual things that I need to do in order to accomplish this or to hit this goal."   "Done over perfect - that's my motto. That is something that I feel like I have really leaned into when it comes to my business, not just like, you know, creating an Instagram caption done over perfect, but actually like my entire business, like when I'm starting things, when I'm creating things, just getting done, not overthinking things like, 'Oh, is this, is this right? Is this going to work?' ...I just get it done, get it out there. Didn't work? Cool. Let's try the next thing."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Anita's Website Anita's Instagram The Gameplan

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000606023064   Summary When it comes to scaling your business, you there are two possible areas you need to focus on changing: strategy or structure. In this mini moment, learn how to diagnose what you need for your specific business to scale. I'm sharing the questions to ask yourself to determine whether you have a strategy or structure problem, and how internal issues tend to point to structural problems while external issues expose a problem with your strategy.   Our Favorite Quotes "Your structure determines the max of how far you can go, and then your strategy determines if and how far you'll actually go between where you are now and whatever that max is that your structure will allow you to go."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000542687567   Summary What does it mean to be a leader? In this mini moment, leadership expert Tomasha Suber shares her take on her definition of being a leader. Leadership isn't all about execution - in fact Tomasha sees a leader more as someone who is able to make effective decisions. That means not just "going with the flow," but instead being intentional and moving forward with a decision that is the best for you and your business.   Our Favorite Quotes "You can lead when no one even knows you exist. Leadership is about the actions that you take regardless of sight."   "If you'r constantly just 'I'm just going with the flow of what's around' - I don't know about that. Is the flow that's around good for you? Is the flow that's around the best thing for your business?"   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Life and business do not exist separate from one another - and as a result, our relationships are commonly impacted by our businesses as well. This week, I am joined by my friend and mentor Megan Yelaney, and her husband Mike Bayen, for a conversation on navigating challenges in partnership throughout the journey of entrepreneurship. This episodes provides a fully transparent look at their struggles and separation, and how they worked through their relationship with finances, work, and control to come together stronger than ever.   Megan Yelaney is a business mentor, podcaster, and speaker whose passion truly lies in helping online coaches build, brand, and market their online business by unearthing and monetizing what makes them most memorable, buyable, and obsessable. She has built three businesses in the last 11 years, the latest to over $3Million in revenue. Meg is also a wife, soon to be twin boy mom, fur mom to her mini goldendoodle Luna and romantic fantasy book addict. She truly hopes to help as many women as possible build wealth for themselves & their families in a way that lights them up every single day. Meg and her husband Mike recently started the Meg and Mike Do Marriage Podcast sharing their relationship experiences as entrepreneurs.     In this episode, we cover… Meg & Mike's full story - what led to their separation, and how they made changes to come back together Navigating finances in a marriage when business is involved The importance of work-life boundaries How marriage meetings can support effective communication What 50/50 can actually look like in a relationship The danger of getting all your satisfaction and fulfillment from you business   Quotes "My business - and how I operated it - really affected our marriage."   "My biggest satisfaction isn't from my business anymore. Which is so huge - that is a huge difference. Like, yes, it gives me so much joy and I feel so much fulfillment from it, but I just wanna be lazy with Mike and Luna and hang out and do nothing more than I wanna do any work."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Meg's Instagam Meg's Website Meg & Mike's TikTok Meg's Podcast Meg & Mike's Podcast

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000505060082   Summary One of the biggest things I see that holds back entrepreneurs - especially those early in their business journey - is overthinking that leads to inaction. This typically occurs because they want complete clarity and certainty before making a decision - but the problem is that clarity can only come from taking action. While yes, researching, consulting, and thinking can provide guidance to an extent, often when we seek out more information it is for validation & confidence, not actual clarity. In this mini moment, I'm explaining the threshold of when thinking is helpful, and more often, when it holds you back from your dreams.   Our Favorite Quotes "When we don't take action, we cannot change our reality. We cannot build our business. We cannot buy the dreamhouse. We cannot quit the 9-5. We cannot scale to 7 figures. You cannot achieve your dreams if you do not take action. And overthinking is the opposite of action."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

There are 3 distinct types of businesses - passion businesses, lifestyle businesses, and achievement businesses - each with a unique internal driving motivator behind the priorities and decisions. And after working with hundreds of entrepreneurs and seeing the way a lack of clarity in what type of business I myself had created impacted my own level of satisfaction, I've recently come to the realization that understanding your business type is crucial to you being content with your business goals and lifestyle. So in this episode, I'm uncovering the 3 business types for you and explaining the goals and conflicts surrounding each type so that you too can clarity in what kind of business you actually want to be running right now.     In this episode, we cover… The 3 different types of businesses: passion, lifestyle, and achievement The underlying goal and driving force of each business type The conflicts and frictions that often occur for each Why it's important to get clear on what you actually want right now How not realizing what kind of business I created and wanted impacted my own level of satisfaction   Quotes "You cannot have it all at once. I've never seen anyone be able to have it all at once because the goals and the ways of operating these businesses, like the driving forces, they are literally in direct conflict with each other."   "You're unhappy because you have conflicting desires, not because you're doing something wrong or because you haven't made X amount of money. You're not happy because you might be trying to build an empire and yet you don't actually want all the BS that comes with running a seven figure empire, right? You're not happy because you wanted a lifestyle and you got caught up in the achievement. You're not happy because you let others tell you life was about making money and that just because you can, you should, and that you feeling fulfilled doing your passion every day isn't enough, right?"   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: 3 Business Types Instagram Post Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp Intentional Mastermind

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000517710237   Summary Bailey Petricelli is a past Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp student, and in this mini moment she is sharing her insights into the most important things newer entrepreneurs can do to ensure they are set up for success. From working on mindset, to providing the best possible client experience, Bailey shines a light on how she's found success as a business owner. Plus, she's gives her thoughts on the value of LLB - and encourages anyone who wants to uplevel their business to take the leap and "do it."   Our Favorite Quotes "I am a completely different person than before I started my business. I'm a more confident person in general and I love it!"   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love ou to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Curious what kind of success students of Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp achieve after leaving the program? This week I am joined by LLB Alum (& my bestie) Jess Thompson to take a look at her business journey and the factors that have helped her grow from tech VA to the go-to Dubsado expert for high-level entrepreneurs. From getting started before she knew exactly what she wanted to do, to niching down and upleveling her skills to stand out - there is so much to learn about commitment and self-belief from Jess's story   Jessica Thompson is a full-time traveler, wine lover, and amateur photographer. She has a sociology and business degree, and before traveling the world, worked in a law firm with the aim to become a constitutional attorney. Once she and her partner left to travel, they never looked back. When she lost her teaching job 2 years into traveling (and during Covid), she started her biz with Amanda's help! Jess enrolled in LLB, and planned on only having this biz until she could find a new, stable job. Now 2 years later her business is thriving. Jess's favorite things to do are eat and drink with her love, explore new cities, go for runs and hiking trips.      In this episode, we cover… Why Jess started a business even though it wasn't her long-term goal How she figured out what she wanted to do The process and payoff of niching down over time Becoming damn good at what you do Allowing yourself to grow and shift as you go   Quotes "Evolving my process and constantly doing that for every single round of clients that I have has helped me develop the process that I have now. But it was literally just starting and getting the clients and figuring it out"   "Whenever you believe in what you do and you embody it, it makes the difference in the world."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp Jess's Instagram Jess's Newsletter Jess's Investment Guide

Today's episode of the Made For More Podcast is a portion of the audio replay from Day 3 of the “Go-To” Gal Challenge. We are getting into how to infuse your X Factor and Unique Positioning Angle into all that you do. To sign up for the challenge & catch the full replays of all 3 training sessions, sign up here!    In this episode, we cover… Why communicating your X Factor and UPA is key How you can use your UPA in your first impression content Examples of real UPAs infused in testimonials, PR, content, and more!   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Uplevel Your Offers & Make $100k/year Masterclass Offer Oversight Quiz Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp  

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000494692605   Summary Is your confidence and mindset holding you back from hitting consistent $5k months? There is so much power in acting like a 6-figure business owner - but so often we end up second guessing ourselves in the process instead. In this mini moment I share an exercise you can do today to start envisioning and embodying that 6-figure business owner, and tips on overcoming self-doubt when it arises and showing up consistently so that you can continue to act in alignment with the next level version of yourself.   Our Favorite Quotes "After you have the the foundations, scaling to $5k really summarizes to consitency, confidence, and a lot of trial and error."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Today's episode of the Made For More Podcast is a portion of the audio replay from Day 2 of the “Go-To” Gal Challenge. I'm explaining what a Unique Positioning Angle is, and why you need to consider yours for business success. To sign up for the challenge & catch the replay of the entire Day 1 & Day 2 training, sign up here!    Make sure to join us live for  Day 3 on September 28, 2023 at 11am EST!   In this episode, we cover… What a UPA (Unique Positioning Angle) is & how it relates to your X Factor How your UPA differs from your “I help” statement Why creating a UPA matters What makes an effective UPA A quick overview of the UPA formula What the differentiation step looks like (with client examples)   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Uplevel Your Offers & Make $100k/year Masterclass Offer Oversight Quiz Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp  

There's this narrative out there that to be seen as successful in the online entrepreneurial space, you have to be completely all in and totally financially reliant on your business. Actions like getting a part-time job, putting some expenses on a credit card, and lowering your cost of living are  perceived as failures (or at least we might think they are). In this episode, I'm cutting the BS. We're talking about why these and many other moves not only should not be so taboo, but also how they may actually be smart business decisions at any level of business. I'm sharing my own experiences, conversations happening behind-the-scenes with my peers & clients, and encouragement for you to make the decision that's best for you and your business without fear of judgment.   In this episode, we cover… Why getting a part-time job might actually be a power move How (strategically) putting expenses on a credit card or investing in your environment can help your business grow Taking shortcuts as a way to get where you want to go with less time and energy Why income dips and lowering your cost of living are nothing to be ashamed of The power of community to share about the hard parts of entrepreneurship The need for transparent conversations like this to be happening in our space   Quotes "The investments come first. The ROI literally almost never comes first. And the sooner that you can wrap your head around that, the faster that you'll be able to make smart investments."   "If you can get used to the end goal being somewhat of a question mark, and not have to need so much security of where you're going and exactly how it's going to look like - That's where the magic happens."   "However you pay your bills and make it work - good for f*cking you. Because a lot of people couldn't figure it out and do it."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp

Today's episode of the Made For More Podcast is a portion of the audio replay from Day 1 of the “Go-To” Gal Challenge. We are talking all about what an X Factor is and why you need to determine an X Factor for your business. To sign up for the challenge & catch the replay of the entire Day 1 training and join the challenge, sign up here!    Make sure to join us live for Day 2 & Day 3 on September 26 & 28, 2023 at 11am EST!   In this episode, we cover… What an X Factor actually is (and what it's not) Examples of X Factors in our space Examples of X Factors in well-known big businesses Reasons why your business needs an intentionally crafted X Factor Why determining your X Factor is an exploratory process   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Uplevel Your Offers & Make $100k/year Masterclass Offer Oversight Quiz Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp  

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000558588676   Summary I believe wholeheartedly that the most dangerous place to be as an entrepreneur is in indecision. This is because when you are sitting in indecision, there is no way forward - you just stay stuck. In this mini moment I share why you should create personal guidelines to address risks and make decisions quickly. It's not about making the right choice, but instead choosing to take action and move forward decisively to create opportunity.   Our Favorite Quotes "Say yes, say no. But don't be a maybe. No one gets anywhere being a maybe."   "Learn to be decisive and just move forward. The risk and the fear comes form the pressure that you put on yourself to pick right or wrong."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000510290992   Summary Sometimes entrepreneurs get stuck in motion, not actually taking action. In this mini moment, we are talking about the difference between motion and taking action, and why taking intentional action is the only way to truly move forward. I share the 4 major impacts of taking action: Taking action eliminates worry and fear, improves confidence, creates more impact, and allows you to learn through execution & feedback.     Our Favorite Quotes "Being in motion is like spinning in a circle whereas taking action is when you actually move forward."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Today's episode of the Made For More Podcast is the audio replay from the live Uplevel Your Offers & Make $100k/year Masterclass. We get into how to craft an irresistible, sold out offer that enables you to stand out and become a wildly in-demand 6-figure business owner. If you prefer to watch the replay, sign up here!   In this episode, we cover… The $100K Freedom Framework - my proven framework for business success Why your offer isn't selling like you want  Common mindset blocks and reframes How to create an irresistible offer Becoming the “go-to” girl in your industry How Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp can help you uplevel your offers and business   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Uplevel Your Offers & Make $100k/year Masterclass Offer Oversight Quiz Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp  

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000492082867   Summary It's normal to not feel like you know exactly what you're doing at every stage of business. While the things you don't know change as you grow in business, you'll never know it all. That doesn't mean you're always going to have to "fake it to you make it," but you will have to act confidently, even when you don't feel confident. That's why establishing a confident mindset is so crucial to success. In this mini moment, we are discussing some mindset reframes for where you can derive confidence from to act more confidently, whether you know exactly what you're doing or what the outcome of your actions will be.   Our Favorite Quotes "We have to figure out, how can I go execute confidently, even when I don't feel confident."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

This week I am sharing with you a real life training I did for the ladies of Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp. To give some context, I had been asked multiple times how I get sh*t done - even when it's hard or I don't want to. In order to give this question the full answer it deserves, I recorded this video training to share some of my tips and suggestions for taking action and just doing it, even when you don't exactly feel like it. There is so much actionable information in this training that I had to share it with you all here on the Made For More Podcast!   In this episode, we cover… How our nervous system impacts our ability to take action Why we often have to eliminate choices and opinions to be productive How expectations impact our emotional responses The importance of priorities in business & life The impact our environment has on our productivity & habits Mindset shifts to help you stay consistent and getting shit done   Quotes "I'm a firm believer that you truly can have and do anything, but you cannot have everything at once."   "You have certain habits and defaults that your body just has trained and gotten used in your current environment now. It's very very difficult to change your habits and way of thinking in the same environment in which you were used to other habits and ways of thinking."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned: Offer Oversight Quiz Uplevel Your Offers & Make $100k/year Masterclass Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000538906035   Summary In this mini moment NLP practitioner & coach Amanda Kutner is sharing her perspective on lack, our money stories, and manifestation. When we feel lack, we can end up sabotaging our success. Instead, we have to state it how we want it to be able to manifest the abundance that we want. Along the way, we can address the money stories that we have developed through our lives to act without resistance.   Our Favorite Quotes "State it how you want it. Because when you state it how you want it, it's creating a positive and real representation of what you want to be creating instead of what you don't have yet."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

With today's guest, lifestyle & wellness coach (and Laptop Lifestyle Bootcamp alum!) Ruthie Johnson, we are diving into the depths of mindset. In the entrepreneurial world, mindset is a much talked-about and yet somewhat elusive concept, so we are aiming to breakdown and make more concrete through this conversation. We are getting into everything from what it means to work on your mindset, why the way so many of us chase success is harmful, and how our money stories from childhood impact our lives and businesses.   Ruthie Johnson is the founder, coach and self-care enthusiast behind Ruthie & Rose - lifestyle and wellness coaching for ambitious women to help them prioritise themselves, learn how to balance it all and scale their success stress-free with ease & alignment. Ruthie is a qualified Transformational Coach, Personal Trainer & Nutritionist, having worked with over 150 clients in her 5+ years of experience. Behind-the-scenes of her business, Ruthie enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and their cat Matilda, at the gym, or enjoying the best food she can find around their home city in Bristol.   In this episode, we cover… The role mindset plays in success What it can look like to engage in mindset work The ways we tend to self-sabotage Why self-worth work is crucial for high-achieving people How the Hunger Ghost Syndrome has us constantly chasing the next thing Advice to cultivate a healthy money mindset   Quotes "In western cultures we're very strategy heavy. And actually that stops us from seeing that there are other dynamics and other paradigms we can be in."   "If you already knew you were worthy, then how capable would you be to step into everything that you wanted?"   "Your worth is inherent. Like no lion wakes up in the morning and goes, no, I'm not worthy. I'm not gonna eat today. Like it's just a completely made up construct."     Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned Ruthie's Instagram Ruthie's Website

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000506595618   Summary In this mini moment, copywriter & coach Krystle Church explains what a day rate is and how this unique offer type can be integrated into different business types. Day rates are packaged-up services that can be fulfilled in a single day, and Krystle how business owners can create specific day rate offers based on their services and how they work best. There are so many kinds of service-based offers out there, and the day rate may be a perfect fit for your offer suite!   Our Favorite Quotes "Day rates work best for service providers and consultants who want to provide that white glove client experience, that VIP offer, and make their clients feel really taken care of."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

*LINK TO QUIZ WILL BE ADDED HERE ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 22*   In this episode, I'm sharing a fresh perspective on niching down, and why it's so valuable to your business! Because there's so much to cover, we've broken this conversation into two separate episodes to make it easier for you to take in. This is Part 2, so make sure you've already listened to Part 1!   We are getting back to the basics - but don't worry, this episode is for you no matter what level of business you are in. In this episode, I'm giving you my fresh, never-shared-before perspective on the power of niching down & making sales. It all comes down to the magic trio to sold out offers, and I'm spilling the tea on exactly how you can niche down to stand out. Expect to be sold on niching down after this episode - even if you're multi-passionate, new to business, and feeling frustrated the current state of social media. Plus, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look on how I've been implementing everything I talk about here in my own 7-figure business.   In this episode, we cover… Revisiting the basics at every level of business The magic trio to sold out offers Why being multi-passionate shouldn't stand in the way of niching down Why being new to your industry doesn't have to hold you back How you can become known, regardless of the IG algorithm   Quotes "Making money and standing out are based on value. Therefore, if we make it really simple, if you can be the most valuable person or thing, you will sell."   "If my service is for many people, its value is watered down and not always applicable. If my service is niched down or rather specific to one person in one situation during one time, it can become the highest value possible."   "In order for you to sell more, in order for you to sell out your offers with ease and stand out, you cannot continually just do new and keep hopping from thing to thing or keep executing with the short term thinking."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel  

*LINK TO QUIZ WILL BE ADDED HERE ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 22*   In this episode, I'm sharing a fresh perspective on niching down, and why it's so valuable to your business! Because there's so much to cover, we've broken this conversation into two separate episodes to make it easier for you to take in. This is Part 1, so make sure to tune into Part 2 when you are finished listening.   We are getting back to the basics - but don't worry, this episode is for you no matter what level of business you are in. In this episode, I'm giving you my fresh, never-shared-before perspective on the power of niching down & making sales. It all comes down to the magic trio to sold out offers, and I'm spilling the tea on exactly how you can niche down to stand out. Expect to be sold on niching down after this episode - even if you're multi-passionate, new to business, and feeling frustrated the current state of social media. Plus, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look on how I've been implementing everything I talk about here in my own 7-figure business.   In this episode, we cover… Revisiting the basics at every level of business The magic trio to sold out offers Why being multi-passionate shouldn't stand in the way of niching down Why being new to your industry doesn't have to hold you back How you can become known, regardless of the IG algorithm   Quotes "Making money and standing out are based on value. Therefore, if we make it really simple, if you can be the most valuable person or thing, you will sell."   "If my service is for many people, its value is watered down and not always applicable. If my service is niched down or rather specific to one person in one situation during one time, it can become the highest value possible."   "In order for you to sell more, in order for you to sell out your offers with ease and stand out, you cannot continually just do new and keep hopping from thing to thing or keep executing with the short term thinking."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel  

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000528580881   Summary The truth is, chasing your passion isn't what's going to get you to happiness. Instead we have to consciously decide what small things will bring us closer to our own definition of happiness and contentment. In this mini moment, we are talking about the importance of enjoying the journey instead of constantly chasing an elusive destination of happiness, and actively finding joy and gratitude in the small moments to create the life that we are dreaming of.   Our Favorite Quotes "Instead of chasing after a destination, it's about consciously deciding to be happy today, and knowing that we can be content and have gratitude for where we are now while still desiring more."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

Memberships in business are a hot topic right now, and this week on the Made For More Podcast we are sitting down with Kelci Douglas to talk all things memberships & in-person events. Kelci brings her experience launching and running an in-person membership along with her advice on taking action before you have it all perfectly figured out, adapting to feedback, and building impactful communities.   Kelci Douglas is the CEO of Sherose, a consulting + community platform that empowers, educates, and supports female founders to build their Pinterest 'dream board' lives. As a seasoned marketer and former athlete, she encourages others to adopt an athlete's mentality to grow their companies with connection-focused strategies. Since 2018, she's helped hundreds of clients grow their brands and most recently has started a highly-sought after community event in Boise, Idaho that she plans to launch across the country.   In this episode, we cover… The value of networks and communities Getting started without feeling the need to do "extra" Logistics and profitability of memberships & in-person events Establishing a long-term vision for your membership Creating an experience that markets itself   Quotes "I truly led with my passion for helping others, and I think that's what's made it so successful. People can feel how passionate and how genuinely excited I am to see each and every one of them."   "When you get to know the human behind the business, your relationship is going to go that much further."   "If you're really hellbent and passionate about something, freaking do it. Because the passion is going to be evident for the people that you are bringing into whatever the environment is that you're creating"   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Other Links Mentioned  Kelci's Website Kelci's Instagram Kelci's Podcast

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000515802213   Summary One of the hardest lessons you'll learn as an entrepreneur is that you are in control. We all have the power to choose, and it is in the choices that we make that we can move ourselves forward. Often times, we tell ourselves that something isn't an option, when really, it's just not the decision we are making in that moment. In this mini moment, we get into how to take action even when we don't feel like we know what we're doing and embrace an unstoppable mindset to get what we want.   Our Favorite Quotes "Not knowing something is not a valid excuse ever for why you shouldn't or why you can't do something."   "The worst place to be is dreaming. The worst place to be is in that middle ground of not being satisfied with your current reality and yet not doing anything to actually change it either."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

I'm turning 30! And to celebrate this milestone birthday, I'm sharing 30 lessons I've learned over the first 30 years of my life. In this episode, I'm letting you in on my takeaways about business & life - everything from health, habits, happiness, and even drugs. There is nothing held back in this episode!     In this episode, we cover… Truths about business & life that will move you forward My thoughts on the importance of mental & physical health The role of happiness in our lives Habits that have changed my life Why we need to take radical responsibility for our lives The recipe for growth: direction, discipline, and discomfort   Quotes "The faster you deal with your shit, the sooner you'll be happy."   "Direction, discipline, and discomfort are the recipe for growth, and thus the recipe for every extraordinary thing that you desire."   "Instead of being all or nothing all the time, really learn to pause or slow down instead of stop or give... Anything is possible, but not everything."   Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-more-with-amanda-kolbye/id1529443551?i=1000527846835   Summary We all want to be seen as an authority in our own space - but what does that actually mean and how can we achieve authority status for ourselves? In this Mini Moment, Client Experience Strategist Loran Geeter shares her definition of authority and advice on how to intentionally build authority from both the front end and back end of your business. We get into what has to happen first, how to separate you from your services, and how the client experience impacts your authority.   Our Favorite Quotes "We feel like the mission and vision is something that's reserved for major companies. But when you shape your mission and vision, it dictates every decision you make."   "This was a major gamechanger for me: Realizing that I don't need to know all the steps or I don't need to know all the answers or be everything for everyone, and that I just need to be able to offer clarity on the next steps."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel